Transportation Engineer I

Transportation Engineer I

TxDOT's Houston District is looking for a Transportation Engineer, based in our Montgomery Area Office. This position involves performing engineering work that includes planning project development, design and project management. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state laws policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. The role also encompasses project management for PS&E, cost estimation and scheduling. Work requires interaction with private entities and government officials. We have a workforce of over 13,000 employees, with opportunities for growth and development. At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities such as extensive wellness program, career development programs, retirement benefits, tuition assistance, and more. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced team setting with a group of professionals that takes pride in their work, let's talk.

Minimum Salary: 65,104.00

Maximum Salary: 106,634.00

Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Locations: Montgomery County Ae/Maint 901 N FM 3083 Conroe 77303

Travel: No Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Hrs./Week Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including: Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees On-the-Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies and Programs In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Position Description

Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or maintenance. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details. Essential Duties: Assists in overseeing construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area Engineers. Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation. Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans. Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support. Interprets maintenance standards, rules, methods, procedures, practices and policies. Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Reviews literature, technical data, material specifications and procedures. Reviews, coordinates, monitors and approves routine and emergency maintenance contracts; performs/oversees maintenance specifications writing/review, plans and proposal review, and preparation of estimates for letting. Uses department's enterprise Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule and resource management tool to accomplish scheduling and resource management of transportation projects. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS. Experience: 4 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Licensed Prof Engineer* *Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of Texas, must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of Texas within six (6) months of the date of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment. Competencies: Considerable knowledge of: Highway construction design applications Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements Construction phasing and sequencing Project changes (scope, budget, schedule, resource management) using a critical path method enterprise information system management tool management tool Proficient skill in: Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities Performing basic design and drafting Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs. Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs. Balancing - walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling Reaching - extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Standing - prolonged periods of time Lifting - raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position Fingering - picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing - perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Visual Acuity - operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment Visual Acuity - determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures Conditions of Employment: Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

Job: Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type: Standard

Job Level: Non-Management

Job Posting: Sep 3, 2026, 7:28:50 PM

Unposting Date: Sep 19, 2026, 4:59:00 AM